Darker aquamarines are sought after and are usually the most costly. Its very name speaks of its color € "aqua" means water and "marine" refers to the sea. The stone was said to gain its power from being immersed. It was treasured by sailors and travelers for its supposed ability to protect them on long voyages.

Aquamarine is the clear blue form of the gemstone dacie € a mineral that naturally occurs in many colors, one of which is the green emerald. Aquamarines are clear, with few inclusions, and occur in a variety of shades and hues from clear pastel blue to a deep blue-green or dark blue like the clouded sea. March Birthstone Aquamarine With a long history of legend and myth that lenci it to the sea, the semi-precious stone aquamarine has been worn by royalty as far back as Ancient Egypt and earned a place in the legends of Greece and Rome. Today, it is the official gemstone for birthdays in March, and is almost as popular in fashion jewelry and engagement rings as the classic ruby, emerald and sapphire.

Ancient legends claim that the aquamarine was found in a mermaid's treasure trove and was blessed by the god of the sea.